Dance Teacher

Location: The Verge | HOUSE OF PERFORMANCE, Wakefield City Centre

Days:

• Wednesday Evening
• Thursday Evening

Pay: Dependent on experience - base rate of £18ph

We are looking for a passionate and driven Dance Teacher to join our growing team at The Verge | HOUSE OF PERFORMANCE to cover the following class:

• Street/Commercial (Age 5-8)

Leading into:

• Commercial Jazz (Age 8-13)
• Commercial Jazz (Age of 13+)
• Musical Theatre (Age 8-13)
• Musical Theatre (Age 13+)

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-standard, established, performance-focused environment with real creative freedom.

We have recently performed at Alton Towers Scarefest, Birmingham NEC Arena and various festivals along with many theatre performances.

The Role:

You will be responsible for delivering engaging, high-quality acting and drama training to students aged 8-18 (in age-separated groups), nurturing both confidence and ability.

Key Duties:

• Deliver high-quality Commercial, Commercial Jazz and Musical Theatre dance training for ages 5–18, adapting teaching to different ages and abilities.
• Develop students’ musicality, dynamics, texture, rhythm, character, performance quality and confidence.
• Create challenging, engaging choreography that pushes students beyond their comfort zone while supporting individual progression.
• Prepare students for productions, showcases, competitions and performance opportunities, contributing creatively to The Verge’s wider performance programme.

Requirements:

• Enhanced DBS (can be arranged)
• Relevant qualifications
• A strong passion for the arts
• Commitment to delivering high-quality training

What We Offer:

• Creative freedom with regular performance creation opportunities
• Overtime available
• A supportive, ambitious team environment
• A non-toxic work environment (Any toxicity will result in a loss of the position)

Perks:

• Free training for your child
• 3x free fitness classes per week

If you are dedicated to your craft and want to be part of something exceptional, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Type: Freelance

Pay: From £18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Free fitness classes

Work Location: In person